Why is my brake light on in my Camaro?
This article applies to the Camaro and Firebird (1994-2002). You look at your dash and realize the brake light is showing red on the dash. This leaves you to wondering what exactly could that mean. There are potentially three different brake related lights which might illuminate while operating your vehicle.
Can a low Trac brake light cause an accident?
BRAKE, ABS INOP, and LOW TRAC light positions. The braking system may not function to stop the vehicle if the “ABS INOP” lamp is flashing. Driving with a flashing “ABS INOP” lamp can lead to an accident.
What to do if your parking brake light goes out?
Before you even get started, check to ensure the parking brake handle is in the completely lowered position. Remove the center console. Turn the key to the “on” position. Disconnect the parking brake switch (Figure 3). If the light goes out, the switch is bad and needs replaced.
Why does my brake light come on when my fluid level is low?
The fluid level in the master cylinder may be low or the level sensor may be malfunctioning. 4th Gens have a brake fluid sensor which will cause the brake light to illuminate if the level is too low. It may also come on if the sensor is bad. Lift vehicle hood and check fluid level. If fluid level is good, pull the connector to the level indicator.
This article applies to the Camaro and Firebird (1994-2002). You look at your dash and realize the brake light is showing red on the dash. This leaves you to wondering what exactly could that mean. There are potentially three different brake related lights which might illuminate while operating your vehicle.
The fluid level in the master cylinder may be low or the level sensor may be malfunctioning. 4th Gens have a brake fluid sensor which will cause the brake light to illuminate if the level is too low. It may also come on if the sensor is bad. Lift vehicle hood and check fluid level. If fluid level is good, pull the connector to the level indicator.
Before you even get started, check to ensure the parking brake handle is in the completely lowered position. Remove the center console. Turn the key to the “on” position. Disconnect the parking brake switch (Figure 3). If the light goes out, the switch is bad and needs replaced.
BRAKE, ABS INOP, and LOW TRAC light positions. The braking system may not function to stop the vehicle if the “ABS INOP” lamp is flashing. Driving with a flashing “ABS INOP” lamp can lead to an accident.